Certificate in Exercise (Level 5)
Sport & Recreation
A course by
Wintec
Gain the skills and knowledge needed to prescribe exercise and develop advanced, personalised exercise programmes for a variety of clients. Includes a practical work placement and eligibility for New Zealand Register of Exercise Professionals registration.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Rotokauri Campus, Hamilton
It will take a total of 6 months
Core skills this course teaches
Design exercise programmes to industry standard
Develop and implement advanced exercise programmes tailored to individual client needs to enhance performance.
Integrate nutrition and wellness into exercise plans
Provide appropriate referrals and follow-up actions for nutrition, incorporating wellness factors into exercise interventions.
Customise exercise assessment and programming
Analyse and select advanced exercise options underpinned by exercise science to create customised assessments and programmes.
What You're Signing Up For
The Certificate in Exercise (Level 5) equips students with advanced skills in exercise prescription, programme design, and delivery for various exercise environments. It emphasises practical training, including a 30-hour work placement in a gym, and integrates health, nutrition, and wellness considerations into client-focused exercise interventions. Graduates are well-prepared to work as personal trainers or exercise consultants and can register with the New Zealand Register of Exercise Professionals.
Course Content
- Exercise programme design and delivery
- Advanced training techniques
- Exercise considerations for special populations
- Exercise prescription for health and wellbeing
- Networking for personal training
- Nutrition in exercise prescription
- Exercise science and assessment
- Professional communication and networking
- 30-hour work placement in a gym
What you need to know first
New Zealand Certificate in Exercise (Level 4) or recognised equivalent
Relevant work experience may be considered
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Fitness
Sport
Health and Wellness
Future employment opportunities might be
Personal Trainer
Exercise Consultant
Community Exercise Instructor